New eccentric Arm-Crank could boost Para-Athlete performance

NCT ID NCT05777941

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a new training device called an eccentric arm-crank in 12 athletes with spinal cord injury. Over 20 training sessions, participants used the device to build upper body strength and endurance. The goal was to see if the device is practical and effective for improving performance in para-athletes.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

eccentric arm-cranking training

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a new training method to help para-athletes improve upper body performance.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to all people with spinal cord injury.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Swiss Paraplegic Centre

    Nottwil, Canton of Lucerne, 6207, Switzerland